Things I Love: Christmas Moments

Going to my Mother in Law's Grrr Leopard themed party. So cute!


Hanging out with my 4 month year old Nephew, nieces and Brother and Sister in Law.

Eating traditional Czech food on Christmas Eve.

Playing Games while we wait to eat.

Opening Presents with the fam.

Watching my family's amazement with Silly Bandz.
This was the first thing we opened and it took about 10 minutes before they got over them and move on.

Laughing when Rena, my Step Mom, opened the dancing elf hat 'gag' gift that gets passed around the family every year. She didn't see it coming!

Enjoying fresh California Crab.

Snacking on Rena's crudite.

Listening to Casey, my sister and Dad play us Christmas carols on their trumpets.

What are some of your favorite family traditions?
I hope all you East Coasters are staying Safe and Warm in the storm and snow!

Europe Trip Recap: Bueller, Bueller, Bueller

I am am always on the hunt for fun. Not to mention that mini adrenaline rushes can really pick you up. I mentioned the rides and carnivals often in my Europe recaps, we tried to hit up one in each country. Too bad Italy killed the streak. Here are some pictures from some of the best unplanned, spontaneous times we had in Europe.

Ferris...
Aschaffenburg, Germany

Czech Amusement Rides

Ferris...
Vienna , Austria

Ferris!!!!!

New Years Recap Part One: Czech New Year

We have a Tradition of toasting and celebrating Czech New year which is 3:00 PST. Just a tribute to the old country.

During the celebration snacks were eaten.
Scratchers were scratched. Yeah we love these things, a free ticket win can change your day ;)
The Clock stuck Twelve!
And Drinks were poured....I told you it was only 3:00 ;)But my mom busted out a collection of sparkling wines so we could take a bottle home.
Happy New Year!!